Château Maucoil - Châteauneuf-du-Pape Privilège 2018
92/100
Wine Enthusiast
93/100
James Suckling
92/100
Robert Parker
"The 13 grape varieties of Châteauneuf!"
“On the first sniff, the notes of vanilla and baking spices in this 2018 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Privilège blend with hints of red plums and black olives. Aged in 30% new oak barrels, the wine is full-bodied and supple, with a creamy texture and a velvety finish. Ready to drink now and for at least another 5 to 7 years.” (Wine Advocate) All orders of 6 bottles of this wine will be shipped in a wooden crate (excluding pickup at a pickup point)
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Eye
Intense ruby color
Nose
Powerful and extremely complex, with notes of delicate spices, fruit, black olives, and garrigue
Palate
Concentrated, well-integrated tannins, exceptional length, with notes of spices and black fruits
Serve
Decant at 17-18°C
Open
1 hour beforehand in a carafe
Drink before
2028
Food and Wine Pairings
It will pair perfectly with beef stew, mushroom risotto...
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated estate (2020 guide): 3*Stars (High-quality production that serves as a benchmark in its sector)
About the estate:
The partnership between the owner family and Maison Lavau provides the means to fully capitalize on this terroir near Mont-Redon. All of the wines are well-crafted, though the most recent vintages do exhibit fairly pronounced aging characteristics.
Guide Hachette des vins
Rated estate (2020 guide) Award-winning wines (This producer’s wines regularly receive awards from the guide)
About the estate:
An estate with ancient roots—the Romans stationed a legion there, and the Princes of Orange appointed their archivist—acquired by Guy Arnaud in 1995. His daughter Bénédicte and her husband Charles Bonnet, who took over in 2009, began the transition to organic farming for the 45 hectares of vineyards.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Wine rated (2020 guide) 92/100 (Outstanding wine)
Rated estate (2019 guide) Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)
About the wine:
On the first sniff, the notes of vanilla and baking spices in this 2018 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Privilège blend with hints of red plums and black olives. Aged in 30% new oak barrels, it is full-bodied and supple, with a creamy texture and a velvety finish. Enjoy it now or save it for at least another 5 to 7 years.
Wine Enthusiast
Wine rated (2021 guide) 92/100
About the wine:
Aged for 12 to 18 months in oak barrels, this Grenache-dominant blend (accented by smaller proportions of Syrah, Mourvèdre, and Cinsault) offers concentrated aromas of blackberry jam and dried plums. Full-bodied yet fresh and well-balanced, the velvety flavors of black fruit are tempered by earthy notes of granite, dried sage, and Arctic char. Ready to drink now.
James Suckling
Wine rated (2020 guide) 93/100
About the wine:
The aromas and flavors of sweet berries and meat display both balance and intensity. It’s not overpowering. Full-bodied yet fresh, with multi-layered tannins. Earthy and dried-fruit notes come through on the finish.
Customer Rating
4.5/5
based on 2 reviews
Review by Mr. PHILIPPE V. Published on June 19, 2023
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Review by Mr. FREDDY C. Posted on April 18, 2023
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